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Tips for Retiring Clothes

I really loved watching Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style. I’m sad
it only had 2 seasons. =( I want him to be my fairy godfather! When he goes
through the subject’s closet he divides the items to keepers, menders, throwaways
and giveaways. You may not have a Tim Gunn in your camp but you should retire
some of your clothes from time to time. Whether it’s about trends, taste,
lifestyle or fit, you’ve got to let go. Here are some things to consider when
thinking of a new home for your retired things.

When I let go of items that have a couple of years more in
them, it’s usually about fit, taste or lifestyle. I check with family and
friends if anyone would like dibs on them. I would like my former acquisitions
to have a good home especially when I paid a lot for them. Haha

I have some pieces that are “fasyon” for some individuals. I
give the awesome pair of heels or the beautifully constructed dress to a group
that I know will appreciate it and use them. I had several business attire
clothes that didn’t fit well anymore. I am still looking for an organization
that may have use for them. Do you know of any NGO that helps women get up on
their feet? Individuals who may need business attire clothes for interviews or
a new chapter in their lives?

As sad as it may sound, there will always be a need for
clothes when calamities hit the Philippines. I’m sure this sounds familiar,
when there’s call for donations you don’t have clothes to spare. Calamities
happen when we least expect them to so it’s hard to be prepared. When it’s time
for me to retire clothes, I set aside a couple of basic items so that when the
call for donations arises, I have some clothes to donate. As mentioned in the
previous tip, you need to be mindful. Will the affected people who got hit by a
storm use your designer dress or maillot? They will need more basic items like
shirts, shorts, pants, slippers and shoes (not your 5 inch wedges).

Can you recommend some organizations to donate to? Hit the comments button or email me if you do plus if you have other tips you’d like to share.